Fortuna Düsseldorf is a proud football club from the capital of North Rhine-Westphalia. Founded in 1895, the club has a rich and varied history in German football, spanning periods of major success and spirited comebacks. Known for its red and white colours, Fortuna has long been a symbol of community and tradition in the Rhineland region.
Home matches are played at the Merkur Spiel-Arena, a modern stadium that hosts thousands of devoted supporters on matchdays.
Historic Fortuna Düsseldorf Moments
Fortuna’s most glorious era came in the 1970s and early 1980s, when they reached back-to-back DFB-Pokal finals, winning the trophy in 1979 and 1980. The club also reached the 1979 UEFA Cup Winners’ Cup final, narrowly losing to Barcelona in extra time — one of the most memorable performances in club history.
Memorable Moments
The 1979 Cup Winners’ Cup final in Basel remains iconic, with Fortuna pushing a dominant Barcelona side to the limit in a thrilling 4–3 defeat. Domestically, their DFB-Pokal triumphs established them as one of Germany’s most competitive teams of the era.
Stadium Atmosphere
The Merkur Spiel-Arena offers a high-energy, family-friendly atmosphere. Fans in the Südtribüne (South Stand) lead the chants and songs, with club traditions and a deep local following creating an unmistakable home advantage.
Ticket Information
Fortuna Düsseldorf tickets are accessible for most matches, though fixtures against regional rivals or promotion-deciding games can lead to high demand. SafeTicketCompare lists all available tickets for both league and cup matches.
| Trophy |
Titles |
| DFB-Pokal |
2 (1979, 1980) |
